Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant

Deliver rehabilitation through therapy interventions, which may include support with personal care tasks, cognition and mobility

Carry out rehabilitation plans as delegated by occupational therapists and physiotherapists.

Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with service users, families, and the therapy team.

Be flexible to support the team during peak service times.

Participate in the 7-day service rota, including weekends, delivering rehabilitation between 8am and 8pm.

Passionate about patient care and rehabilitation. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Organised with good time management skills. Experience in a healthcare or therapy setting is desirable but not essential.

A supportive and dynamic team environment. Opportunities for training and career development. The chance to make a real difference in patients' lives.

You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

This is a community post and therefore the successful candidate will require to the ability to travel between sites in a timely manner.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Qualifications & Knowledge

Essential: - NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Desirable: - An understanding of manual handling principles

Experience

Essential: - Previous experience of working in the care or leisure setting; - Experience of working in a busy and varied workplace including dealing with the public

Desirable: - Broad range of life experiences